GE GSWF User manual

Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right
corner of the refrigerator compartment.
When to replace the filter on models with a
replacement indicator light
LCD Models: A pop-up screen will appear on the LCD
screen to remind you to replace the water filter. You can
check the status of the water filter manually.
Access By: Home > Options > Dispenser Options > Reset
Water Filter.
Non-LCD Models: There is a replacement indicator light
for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will
turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter
soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when the
replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water
to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
When to replace the filter on models without a
replacement indicator light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Operating Specifications
 Pressure requirement: 40120 psi (2.88.2 bar), non-
shock
 Temperature: 33100°F (0.638°C)
 Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance
Requirements
 Flush new cartridge at full flow for 4 gallons (about eight
minutes) to purge trapped air.
 Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow.
 Protect from freezing by removing filter cartridge when
temperatures are expected to drop below 40°F (4.4°C). Do
not install systems in areas where ambient temperatures
may go above 100ºF or below 40°F. Do not install on a hot
water supply.
About the GE Appliances GSWF water filter cartridge
To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during
the installation of this product.
To reduce the risk associated with ingestion of contaminates, do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cucst reduction may be used
on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE Appliances recommends the use of GE-branded filters only. Using GE-branded
filters in GE Appliances and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE-branded filters are always the right
choise because they are patented and designed specifically for GE Appliances products.
GE Appliances filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your
water. GE Appliances has not qualified non-GE-branded filters for use in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no
assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE Appliances standards for quality, performance and reliability.
If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call
GE Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688.
Customers in Canada call 800.661.1616.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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Removing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old
one by slowly turning it to the left. Pull down gently on the
cartridge. A small amount of water may drip down.
To reduce the risk associated with
property damage due to water leakage read and follow
instructions before installation and use of this system.
Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local
plumbing codes. The disposable filter cartridge should be
replaced every six months, at the rated capacity or sooner
if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
1. On models without a replacement indicator light, apply
the month and year sticker to the new cartridge to
remind you to replace the filter in six months.
2. Remove the protective foil from the end of the cartridge.
3. Posiition the cartridge inside the cartridge holder and
slowly rotate the cartridge to the right (clockwise) until it
stops. The cartridge will rotate about a 1/4 turn. When
installed correctly, the grip blade on the end of the
cartridge should be positioned vertically for top-freezer
models and horizontally for bottom freezer models. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
4. Close the cartridge cover.
5. On models with a replacement idicator light, press and
hold the RESET WATER FILTER PAD on the dispenser
for three seconds.
Models with a Dispenser
Run water from the dispenser for 1-1/2 gallons
(approximately three minutes) to clear the system and
prevent sputtering.
NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause
water to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
To reduce the risk of property damage due to water
leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser
and the icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter
bypass plug.
Removing/Installing Replacement Filter Cartridge
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